Procedural fairness, a key component of just administrative action, primarily refers to the fairness of the process by which a decision is made. It ensures that individuals affected by administrative decisions are treated fairly throughout the decision-making process. Let's evaluate the options: a) Following the correct procedure and giving the other party the opportunity to explain his / her position of the story before a decision is taken. This accurately describes procedural fairness. It encompasses the audi alteram partem* rule (the right to be heard) and ensuring that the process itself is fair and unbiased. b) Complying with all the requirements of the law found in the constitution. This describes the broader concept of lawfulness or legality*, of which procedural fairness is one aspect. c)* Protection against any possible harm. This relates more to the outcome or impact of a decision, or the concept of reasonableness, rather than the fairness of the procedure itself. d) Decision must be sound and sensible. This describes the reasonableness or rationality* of a decision, which is another distinct element of just administrative action. e)* Giving an employee 24 hours notice to appear before a disciplinary committee. While giving notice is part of procedural fairness, this is a very specific example and not a comprehensive definition of the general principle. Procedural fairness requires adequate notice, but the specific timeframe can vary. Therefore, option a provides the most accurate and comprehensive definition of procedural fairness. The correct option is a). $\boxed{\text{a. Following the correct procedure and giving the other party the opportunity to explain his / her position of the story before a decision is taken.}}$ 3 done, 2 left today. You're making progress.